The STELARIS GPS® system from HAUK & SASKO enables high-precision positioning of machines in harsh industrial and mining environments. It consists of a modular base station and any number of rover units. Together, they provide a precise, reliable, and scalable solution for machine positioning.
Our system provides highly precise real-time monitoring of the position of mobile material handling equipment such as stackers, spreaders, portal scrapers, or bucket wheel excavators. Through continuous GPS tracking, the exact location of these machines is captured and visualized within a SCADA system in both two-dimensional and realistic three-dimensional views. This visualization consistently displays the equipment’s position in relation to stockpile zones and individual stockpiles, enabling improved spatial orientation and enhanced process control.
A particularly noteworthy feature is the optional capability for wireless data transmission. This makes STELARIS GPS® especially suitable for retrofitting existing facilities where no wired infrastructure is available or where installing cables would be costly and complex. Wireless communication allows for fast and cost-effective implementation, even in remote or expansive operational areas.
Rover- and base station
At the heart of the system is the GNSS board with support for GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, and SBAS. It delivers position data with an accuracy of <1 cm when using RTK and up to <0.9 m in standalone mode. The update rate is up to 20 Hz, making it ideal for dynamic applications. Communication takes place via long-range radio with a range of up to 10 km with a clear line of sight. The radio modules can be configured for various international frequency ranges and support both point-to-point and multipoint connections.
The base station is equipped with an industrial PC with an ARM Cortex A53 processor, 1 GB RAM, and numerous interfaces (Ethernet, USB, RS485, HDMI). Digital and analog inputs/outputs enable the integration of external sensors and actuators. The IP20 protection class and a temperature range from –20°C to +55°C make it suitable for industrial use.
The rover is equipped with a GNSS antenna (IP66), a robust power supply, and integrated lightning protection (IP67). It operates reliably at temperatures from –40°C to +85°C.
Centimeter-accurate GNSS technology
• Multiband & multiconstellation: GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, SBAS
• Accuracy: <1 cm with base station or NTRIP, <4 cm with SSR, <1.5 m in standalone mode
• Update rate: Up to 20 Hz
Robust communication & range
• Radio frequencies: Europe (863–870 MHz), North America, Australia, New Zealand
• Range: Up to 10 km with clear line of sight
• Communication: Point-to-point or point-to-multipoint (unlimited rovers)
Industrial-grade hardware
Base station
• Industrial PC with ARM Cortex A53 quad-core, 1 GB RAM, 8 GB flash
• Interfaces: Ethernet, USB, RS485, HDMI
• I/O: 8 digital & 8 analog inputs, 8 digital & 2 analog outputs
• Operating temperature: –20°C to +55°C Protection class: IP20
Rover
• GNSS antenna: 360° azimuth coverage, RHCP, IP66
• Lightning protection: IP67, 5–10 kA discharge current
• Operating temperature: –40 °C to +85 °C
Ideal for:
• Machine control in mining
• Automated navigation
• Geodata acquisition
• Construction site monitoring